Standing at the Sky's Edge

Gillian Lynne Theatre

Available to 3 August 2024

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The multi-award winning new musical Standing at the Sky’s Edge – winner of the Olivier Award for Best New Musical, UK Theatre Award for Best Musical Production, and the South Bank Sky Arts Award – transfers to the West End following sold-out runs at the National Theatre and Sheffield Theatres.​

Hailed as ‘the most exciting new British musical in years’ (WhatsOnStage), Standing at the Sky’s Edge was originally written as a love letter to Sheffield, charting the hopes and dreams of three generations over the course of six tumultuous decades, navigating universal themes of love, loss and survival.

Directed by Sheffield Theatres’ Artistic Director Robert Hastie, with irresistible songs of legendary singer-songwriter Richard Hawley and a beautiful, hilarious and gut-wrenching book by Chris Bush, Standing at the Sky’s Edge reveals the history of modern Britain through the stories of the landmark housing estate – a heartfelt exploration of the power of community and what it is we all call home.

166 Drury Lane,
London WC2B 5PW
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Content warnings: This show contains adult themes and strong language, including some scenes depicting physical violence, alcohol abuse and death. There are flashing lights, haze and loud sound effects.

Children under the age of 4 will not be admitted into the theatre. All persons aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult and may not sit on their own within the auditorium. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a valid ticket.

The running time for Standing at the Sky's Edge is two hours and 50 minutes, including an interval. 

The cast for Standing at the Sky's Edge include: 

  • Elizabeth Ayodele as Joy
  • Joel Harper-Jackson as Harry
  • Sharlene Hector as Grace
  • Samuel Jordan as Jimmy
  • Mel Lowe as Connie
  • Baker Mukasa as George
  • Alastair Natkiel as Marcus
  • Laura Pitt-Pulford as Poppy
  • Lauryn Redding as Nikki
  • Rachael Wooding as Rose

The creatives team for Standing at the Sky's Edge includes Chris Bush as writer, Robert Hastie as director and Richard Hawley as music and lyrics writer. 

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